To start, create a template to cut out the bunting flags. Fold an A4 piece of paper in half longways and draw a line from one corner of paper to the folded point. This makes a nice size flag.

From the bedsheet, cut 24 flag shapes. Pin and stitch 16 of the flags right sides together to form 8 plain bunting flags. Use a 1cm seam allowanceThe stitching is easier with a walking foot on your sewing machine as much of the stitching is across the grain. Set aside the remaining 8 flags as backing for those cut from the tablecloth.

From the tablecloth, fussy cut 8 flags focusing on getting as much of the embroidery in an interesting layout on each flag (fussy cutting means lying the template down to work out how the finished flag will look before cutting to maximise the design).

Trim around all the edges of the flags. A pair of pinking sheers gives a nice finish. Turn each of the 16 completed flags through. A chopstick can assist in getting a neat point. If you want extra hints on turning through the shapes, see my earlier tutorial on easy turning techniques.